Class 11 Computer Science · Chapter 7 · Test 2
Privacy and Security Threats
35 MCQs Covers spam, spyware, cookies, phishing and pharming, and how to prevent each one. Also covers cybersecurity awareness, NR3C-FIA reporting and strong passwords.
35 questions · 30 min · 35 marks
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Sample questions
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Question 1
What is a privacy and security threat?
- AA new computer hardware
- BA risk that can compromise personal or financial data
- CA programming language
- DAn internet connection
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Answer: B
Threats can harm personal data, finances and safety.
Question 2
What is spam?
- AA type of virus
- BA new app
- CSecurity software
- DUnwanted messages
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Answer: D
Spam arrives by email or mobile phone.
Question 3
What is spyware?
- ASoftware that secretly monitors your activity
- BA spam filter
- CAn antivirus program
- DA legal agreement
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Answer: A
It records activity without permission.
Question 4
What are cookies in the context of computing?
- AInternet snacks
- BSecurity threats only
- CSmall files websites place on your device
- DComputer viruses
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Answer: C
They remember logins and preferences but can track activity.
Question 5
What is phishing?
- AA type of fishing game
- BA scam to trick users into giving personal information
- CSecurity software
- DA programming tool
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Answer: B
Fake emails or messages pretend to be a trusted organization.
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